Narrator's Reflections and Relationships

In Chapter 60 of 'Empty Places,' the narrator reflects on daily life after Mama's passing, sharing moments of grief with Daddy. They finish Ms. Shortwell's stew and plan to return the pot. The narrator contemplates the support from neighbors and the longstanding friendship with the Shortwells. A sudden realization about Norris and Mr. Putney's truck raises suspicions about Pick's disappearance, leading to a restless night filled with unanswered questions.

What activity did the narrator's father take up as he started feeling better?

• Painting

• Splitting firewood

• Gardening

• Fishing

What did the narrator plan to do with Ms. Shortwell's stew pot?

• Keep it as a memento

• Use it for another meal

• Return it to her

• Give it to a neighbor

Who were some of the people the narrator thought about during sleepless nights?

• Only Mama and Pick

• Just Norris

• Raynell, Blissy, Mama, and Pick

• The Shortwells and Mr. Putney

How did the Shortwells support the narrator's family?

• By providing financial aid

• By offering emotional support

• By bringing food during hard times

• By helping with house chores

What did Norris do for the narrator when they went to Harlan?

• He called them

• He accompanied them on the trip

• He fetched them home

• He sent a letter

What realization did the narrator have about Norris and Pick?

• Norris was unaware of Pick's whereabouts

• Norris and Pick had a fight

• Norris was angry with Pick

• Norris might have taken Pick to a new place

What did the narrator want to do after realizing Norris might know about Pick?

• Write a letter to Norris

• Forget about it

• Wait until morning to talk to Norris

• Confront Norris immediately

What kept the narrator awake at night?

• A bright streetlight

• A noisy neighbor

• Thoughts about Norris and Pick

• The sound of the wind